The Admiral Hotel & Le Moyne’s Chophouse | 251 Government Street, Mobile, AL 36602
Position: Pastry Cook (Full-Time)
Vibe: Historic elegance meets modern culinary craftsmanship
At The Admiral Hotel and Le Moyne’s Chophouse, every meal is an experience and every dessert tells a story. We stand at the crossroads of Southern heritage and innovative dining. We are seeking a passionate, detail-oriented Pastry Cook to bring artistry, flavor, and elegance to our pastry program—from upscale restaurant desserts to custom banquet showstoppers.
We celebrate passion, individuality, and culinary craftsmanship. We offer:
Time Off & Future Planning: Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and a 401(k) / Roth 401(k) with up to 3.5% employer match.
Career Growth: Clear pathways for internal development and tuition assistance.
Wellness: Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
Hotel Perks: Generous discounts across all Avocet-owned hotels and restaurants.
As our Pastry Cook, you will support daily service across our luxury hotel dining venues, Le Café, and elevated banquet events by:
Production & Execution: Measuring, mixing, proofing, baking, and decorating high-quality pastries, breads, cakes, plated desserts, and VIP amenity packages (like custom macarons and cookies).
Mise en Place: Maintaining consistent flavors, textures, and stunning visual presentations while meeting tight production timelines.
Collaboration: Working alongside the Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef to test recipes, train team members, and roll out inspired seasonal menus.
Kitchen Excellence: Keeping a pristine, organized, and sanitary station. Storing, labeling, and rotating ingredients according to health department standards.
Waste Management: Minimizing food waste through smart production planning and inventory control.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of pastry, baking, or dessert production experience in a moderate-volume environment required. Experience in upscale restaurants, luxury hotels, or high-end catering is a plus!
Education: High school diploma or equivalent; culinary or pastry arts certification is highly preferred.
Skills: A strong foundation in baking methods, precise recipe execution, sharp attention to detail, and a deep understanding of food safety.
Mindset: A team player who communicates clearly, works efficiently under pressure, and takes pride in their craft.
Schedule: Open availability to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Physical: Ability to stand/walk for extended periods, handle repetitive hand movements, and safely lift or carry up to 50 lbs in a hot kitchen environment.
EOE / DFWP